Why Working Parents Are the Untapped Talent Every Employer Needs

What if the biggest talent pool businesses are overlooking isn't graduates or overseas recruitment, but working parents?In this eye-opening episode, Meg Faure sits down with Denise Heavey, founder of Mentorhood Jersey, to unpack the cost of outdated workplace models. From the motherhood penalty and fatherhood forfeit to rebuilding the lost village, this conversation challenges everything we think we know about work, parenting and success.Meg and Denise discuss why traditional workplace structures no longer serve modern families, how flexible work benefits both employers and employees and why parenting develops some of the strongest leadership skills imaginable.Whether you're a parent returning to work, an employer building a team or someone passionate about family wellbeing, this episode will change your perspective.IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN✔ Why parents are the world's largest hidden workforce✔ How becoming a parent actually makes you a stronger employee and leader✔ Why flexible work is about better job design, not lower standards✔ The importance of rebuilding the "village" for modern parents✔ Practical first steps for rebuilding confidence before returning to workABOUT THE GUESTDenise Heavey is the founder of Mentorhood Jersey, an organisation dedicated to helping parents successfully return to work while advocating for more family-friendly workplaces.Denise works with employers, government and community organisations to redesign work around modern family life. Through workshops, career coaching and advocacy,Follow Denise Heavey on LinkedInIf you’re in Jersey, join the Mentorhood Support Group on Facebook:ABOUT THE SENSE BY MEG PODCASTSense by Meg is a weekly podcast for parents who want evidence-based, compassionate guidance. Hosted by OT, author and parenting expert Meg Faure, each episode brings together expert insight and real-world experience to help parents feel informed and supported. The podcast is proudly associated with Parent Sense, the all-in-one parenting app for routines, sleep, nutrition and expert advice.Parent Sense App: Your all-in-one baby care app for routines, nutrition and expert advice. Download it here and use code SENSE50 for 50% off.FOLLOW USMeg FaureInstagramLinkedInWebsiteParent SenseInstagramLinkedInWebsite